Veterinary Surgeon - Small Animal role at Vet Record Careers
Overview
Southview Veterinary Hospital is looking for a junior to mid-level Veterinary Surgeon with a strong interest in small animal general practice to join our supportive and friendly team. This position focuses on small animal patients, with occasional participation in a shared large animal on-call rota to broaden experience. Full training, mentoring, and support are provided to help you develop in surgery and case workups.
Location: Southview Veterinary Hospital, Tipperary
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Out-of-Hours: Shared rota with protected time off to maintain work-life balance
Responsibilities
Work with small animal patients, perform routine surgeries, participate in case workups, and collaborate with the team. Provide high-quality care and engage in continuous learning and professional development.
Candidate Requirements
* Registered (or eligible) with the Veterinary Council of Ireland
* 1-3 years' experience in practice (confident new graduates considered)
* Interest in small animal general practice with willingness to learn and develop surgical and clinical skills
* Strong communication skills and a team-oriented attitude
* Full driving licence
What We Offer (pro-rata)
Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing
* 6.4 weeks annual leave (including bank holidays)
* Additional birthday leave
* Paid maternity, paternity, and adoptive leave packages
* Structured out-of-hours rota with protected downtime
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Access to EAP and Wellbeing Centre
* Sick pay and paid bereavement leave
* Free annual flu vaccinations
Professional Development
* €1,300 annual CPD allowance with 40 hours paid CPD
* Full support for certificates, diplomas, or PhDs
* Hands-on training and mentoring in areas such as surgery, case management, and diagnostics
* Funded VCI registration and VDS cover
* Clear career progression pathways, clinical and non-clinical
Additional Benefits
* Annual pay reviews
* Dedicated CARE fund of €1,100 per vet annually for patient cases
* Discounts and cashback with retailers through Pawesome Benefits
* Employer pension contributions
* Discounted fees for your own pets across the IVC Evidensia network
* Opportunities to join internal groups such as Wellbeing Champions, Nurses Committee, and Clinical Board
Inclusion
We are proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds. As a Disability Confident Employer, we’re committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to everyone.
Ready to Apply?
If you are a junior or mid-level Veterinary Surgeon looking to build your confidence and grow your career within a supportive, forward-thinking team, we’d love to hear from you.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Health Care Provider
* Industries: Veterinary
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